**Description** **Introduction** Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a **Speech Language Pathologist PRN - Acute** you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Valley Regional Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. **Benefits** **Valley Regional Medical Center,** offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: + Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. + Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. + Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny + Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing + Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts + 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) + Employee Stock Purchase Plan + Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships + Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) + Colleague recognition program + Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/prn-employee-benefits-and-rewards) **_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._** Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a **Speech Language Pathologist PRN - Acute** where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! **Job Summary and Qualifications** The **Speech Therapist** provides high-quality, patient-centered care by developing and conducting individualized therapy programs for patients with communication, cognitive, and/or swallowing impairments. As a member of the health care team, the Speech Therapist performs comprehensive patient assessments and establishes appropriate treatment goals. The Speech Therapist serves as an educator to patients, families, students and colleagues. **What you will do in this role:** + You will conduct a subjective assessment of assigned patient’s speech language abilities during spontaneous conversation. You will administer objective tests to assess patient’s communication assets and liabilities. + You will structure and implement individualized patient program to improve communication abilities. + You will evaluate patient regularly during treatment and adjust program as needed to maximize patient progress. + You will document progress in patient’s chart. You will complete notes, charges, discharge notes and patient communication. + You will consult with Program Director and Rehab Physician/Medical Director regarding pre-screen assessments and physician consultations to determine appropriate placement of potential patients. **What qualifications you will need:** + Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date + Licensed Speech Therapist in the state of Texas + A minimum of a Masters Degree in an accredited SLP program + **A minimum of 2 years experience as an SLP working in an acute care setting; no new grads** + **Must be able to work 2 weekend shifts a month and weekdays as available** Founded as Valley Community Hospital in 1975, Valley Regional Medical Center (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/valley-regional-medical-center) proudly serves Brownsville, TX and the surrounding communities in the Rio Grande Valley. Valley Regional Medical Center is a licensed **215+ bed facility** with over 200 physicians representing 25+ specialties. From emergency medicine, to diagnostic imaging services, and caring for newborn babies, Valley Regional Medical Center is the hospital that families count on when they are looking for quality healthcare close to home. We are a designated **Advanced Level III Trauma Center and an Advanced Primary Stroke Center** . Our Heart and Vascular services include a full-range of cardiac services including minimally invasive and open-heart surgery, cardiac cath lab, heart imaging services and more. Our women’s department includes labor, delivery and recovery in a home-like setting. We also have a C-section operating room on standby 24 hours a day and a **Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit** equipped with specially trained staff. Innovation and an unwavering commitment to patient care are the cornerstones of our hospital. Come experience our family centered culture at Valley Regional. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Speech Language Pathologist PRN - Acute opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. **Unlock the possibilities and apply today!** We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status